Hi, all!

My name is Dave (obviously from Atlanta) and I just joined a couple of days ago. About 3 years ago, I weight 300+ lbs and was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. That jarred me into action and, since then, I've lost over 100 lbs. I sure wish I'd known about 3fatchicks.com sooner because I could have really used the support!

I still would like to lose about 20 more pounds to get to my goal weight. I've been eating clean and lifting weights since I started but haven't really been eating at a caloric deficit to prevent muscle loss. Now, though, I feel my willpower waning and in need of some motivation.

In the interest of disclosure, I want to let you know that I do have a fitness and nutrition blog and I also write a weight loss column for another national site. However, I'm not here to promote either of these.

I am here to learn, support, and give advice if anybody wants it.

Thanks!

Dave

Welcome to 3FC. Congrats on your success and good luck with your goals.

Hugs
Michelle

100lbs wow thats amazing!

Welcome to 3FC!

Wow!! Good for you!! Welcome and good luck reaching your goal!!!

Hi Dave!
Glad to have you join us! There are lots & lots of different groups and forums - I'm sure you'll find some that will keep you motivated, inspired and entertained!

There are lots of people here with more to lose and lots with less - the bottom line is that we all have to do it a day at a time. The good thing is that we'll have lots of company along the way.

I've only been here a short time myself, having NEVER been part of an online forum. What has been so eye-opening is how much it has helped me. Whenever I feel overwhelmed or defeated, I just log on and read some of the success stories, complete with their before & after photos - or read about others still dealing day to day with their challenges - and before I know it, the time has flown by and so have all the thoughts of cheating or giving up.

WOW, Dave! Congrats on the 100 lb loss - your goal is just around the corner - I'm sure you'll be able to give us lot of tips and motivation through your story - I look forward to it!

So welcome aboard - join in by inspiring us and being inspired!

Wow Dave - great stuff!!